| Elena Ruiz | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal information | |||
| Full name | Elena Ruiz Barril | ||
| Born | 29 October 2004 Rubí, Spain | ||
| Nationality | Spanish | ||
| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | ||
| Weight | 59 kg (130 lb) | ||
| Position | Driver | ||
| Handedness | R | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current team | CN Rubí | ||
| Number | 5 | ||
| National team | |||
| Years | Team | ||
2021– | Spain | ||
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